Twelve staff members at Cheshire East Council have done their bit for charity by raising a stunning amount of money for Cancer Research UK.

The group of employees took on the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge, to fundraise £2,125, plus £508 in GiftAid, for the cancer charity.

Map taken from www.threepeakschallenge.uk/yorkshire-three-peaks-challenge/route. Image credit: Yorkshire Three Peaks / Hegarty.

125 people pledged funds for the crowdfunder, and you too still can on this link.

The total distance covered per person was 24.5 miles, reaching a combined elevation total of 2153 meters or 7063 feet.

Cheshire East Council CEO Rob Polkinghorne praised those who took park: "A huge congratulations to the dedicated Cheshire East Council team who completed the Yorkshire 3 Peaks Challenge this weekend!

Flying the flag. (Image - Cheshire East Council)

"Our determination and teamwork not only saw us conquer the peaks but also raise over £2,000 for Cancer Research UK (CRUK).

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"Your dedication and effort are truly inspiring, and we are so proud to have you as part of our team.

"Thank you for making a difference and supporting such a vital cause.

Westfields in Middlewich Road, Sandbach. (Photo: Nub News)

"Thank you to: Sharron Tew, Vicky Crocket, Tony Haskell, Cat Guest, Amy Thompson, Ami Fenwick-Calabrese, Susie Roberts, Nik Darwin, Jack Chedotal, Martyn Baggaley, Alice Clark and Tracey Bettaney."

A photo of those who took part, can be viewed HERE.

Cancer Research UK has been contacted for comment.

Once again, you can donate to the charity fundraiser HERE.